Glossary S
Deutsch: Schweineernährung / Español: Nutrición porcina / Português: Nutrição suína / Français: Nutrition porcine / Italiano: Nutrizione suina
The Swine Nutrition sector is a specialized branch of animal science focused on optimizing feed formulations to enhance growth, health, and productivity in pigs. It integrates principles of biochemistry, physiology, and economics to meet the demands of industrial-scale pork production. Efficient nutrition strategies are critical for sustainability, cost reduction, and compliance with global food safety standards.
Deutsch: Normenfamilie / Español: familia de normas / Português: família de normas / Français: famille de normes / Italiano: famiglia di norme
Standards family is a formal term in the industrial and regulatory context referring to a cohesive collection of interrelated specifications, norms, or guidelines published by a single national or international standards organisation (such as the International Organization for Standardization, ISO, or the International Electrotechnical Commission, IEC). This collection is unified by a common prefix and addresses various facets of a singular, complex discipline, management system, or technology, ensuring a consistent approach across an industry.
Deutsch: Empfindlichkeit / Español: sensibilidad / Português: sensibilidade / Français: sensibilité / Italiano: sensibilità
Sensitivity in the industrial context refers to two primary concepts: the responsiveness of sensors and measurement devices to detect changes in physical parameters, and the assessment of how variations in input variables influence the outputs of industrial processes or models.
Deutsch: Anfälligkeit / Español: susceptibilidad / Português: suscetibilidade / Français: susceptibilité / Italiano: suscettibilità
Susceptibility refers to the tendency of a material, system, process, or component to respond negatively or be adversely affected by external influences. These influences can include electromagnetic fields, chemical agents, mechanical stress, temperature fluctuations, or microbiological contamination. The term is commonly used in areas such as electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), materials engineering, quality assurance, and pharmaceutical or food manufacturing.
Deutsch: Dienstleister / Español: Proveedor de servicios / Português: Provedor de serviços / Français: Prestataire de services / Italiano: Fornitore di servizi
Service provider in the industrial sector refers to a company or entity that delivers specialized services to support industrial operations, manufacturing, logistics, and infrastructure. These providers offer expertise, equipment, maintenance, or digital solutions that enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve productivity in various industries.
Deutsch: Stahlindustrie / Español: Industria del acero / Português: Indústria do aço / Français: Industrie sidérurgique / Italiano: Industria dell'acciaio
The steel industry is a critical sector in global manufacturing and infrastructure, responsible for the production, processing, and distribution of steel. Steel is an essential material used in construction, automotive manufacturing, shipbuilding, machinery, and numerous other industries due to its strength, durability, and versatility. The industry involves multiple processes, including iron extraction, steelmaking, refining, and shaping into final products.
Deutsch: Segmentierung / Español: Segmentación / Português: Segmentação / Français: Segmentation / Italiano: Segmentazione
Segmentation in the industrial context refers to the process of dividing a market, production system, or supply chain into distinct categories based on specific characteristics such as customer needs, product types, or operational efficiency. It helps industries optimize marketing, production, and resource allocation by targeting specific segments more effectively.
Deutsch: Sigma / Español: Sigma / Português: Sigma / Français: Sigma / Italiano: Sigma
Sigma in the industrial context often refers to quality management and process improvement methodologies, particularly Six Sigma. It is a statistical measure used to assess process variability and efficiency, ensuring minimal defects in manufacturing and business operations. Sigma levels indicate the quality of a process, with higher sigma values representing fewer defects per million opportunities (DPMO).